Oahu Weather Forecast for May 24, 2026
Several high pressure systems passing through the North Pacific basin will maintain a broad ridge north of the Hawaiian Islands for at least the next seven...
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Oahu Surf Forecast for May 24, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain up today before lowering on Monday as a medium-period south swell lingers. A fresh long- period south swell will...
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Oahu News:
HPD cracks down on e-bike violations in West Oahu resulting in five bikes confiscated and 10 citations issued. Meanwhile, the city is starting curb and ramp improvements across multiple neighborhoods including Aiea, Makiki, Manoa, Kaimuki, and Kailua. The Coast Guard has launched a search for a missing fisherman off Oahu's west coast after an overdue vessel was reported. Sports communities are voicing concerns over new field use rules introduced by the City of Honolulu, which some youth leagues find unfair. In lighter news, the Hawaii Bicycling League is hosting its inaugural Costco Gran Fondo bike ride this Saturday, a 76-mile event linking all four Costco locations on the island. Lastly, Honolulu's Police Commission is standing by their decision to appoint former San Francisco Assistant Chief David Lazar as the new police chief, despite strong local preference for an internal candidate.
Maui News
‘She’s up with the saints’: Meli Watanuki, one of Kalaupapa’s last living patients, dies at 91
Loved ones remember her "thousand-watt smile" and "spark plug" personality. Her death puts public access to Kalaupapa in question, as she owned and sponsored the only permitted tour to the area.
Hoʻonani Village project recommended for first reading passage by full Council; calls for deferral set aside
A Maui County Council committee voted 5-1 Wednesday to recommend passage of two land use bills that would clear the way for the proposed Hoʻonani Village mixed-use development on former sugarcane fields near Kahului Airport, overriding deferral recommendations from three county departments with concerns about infrastructure shortfalls.
Memorial Day Tribute to honor fallen heroes; Maui son and Vietnam Veteran is keynote speaker
The Maui County Veterans Council, in collaboration with the County of Maui, veterans organizations, military affiliates, youth groups, and community volunteers, invites the community to attend the 2026 Memorial Day Tribute on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Maui Veterans Cemetery in Makawao.
Maui voters to receive yellow signature cards ahead of 2026 elections
Maui voters will soon be receiving their yellow voter signature cards in the mail. This voter card does two important things: 1) confirms voters are properly registered to vote in the Primary Election (in August) and the General Election (in November), and 2) gives voters the opportunity to update their signatures in their voter record.
Kaua‘i News
20 lane closures scheduled during week of May 24-29 on Kaua‘i state roadways
In observance of Memorial Day, May 25, there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted; lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Hurricane Preparedness Week: Kauaʻi Emergency Management reminds residents to get ready now
Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency Administrator Elton Ushio says this year's hurricane season outlook for an above-normal season is a clear reminder "that we need to be ready."
Scholarship offer following Lahaina wildfire opened doors for diesel mechanics grad to begin to build a better life
Troy Branco-Liu for most of his life never imagined leaving Lahaina. However, after the 2023 Maui wildfire upended his community, a University of Hawaiʻi scholarship opened a door the Lahainaluna High School graduate never expected, an opportunity to start over at Hawaiʻi Community College in Hilo on the Big Island, which would ultimately change the course of his future.
Island of Hawai‘i News
Hawaiʻi Community College grad’s bright future helped by unexpected scholarship after Lahaina wildfire
Troy Branco-Liu for most of his life never imagined leaving Lahaina. However, after the 2023 Maui wildfire upended his community, a University of Hawaiʻi scholarship opened a door the Lahainaluna High School graduate never expected, an opportunity to start over at Hawaiʻi Community College in Hilo on the Big Island, which would ultimately change the course of his future.
South Kona shaken by magnitude of damage caused by major earthquake
Homes were rattled off their foundations, cracks appeared in walls, windows were broken, giant boulders blocked residents in, stone walls collapsed, power went out and more following the magnitude-6.0 temblor just before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22.
Gov. Green orders US, Hawaiian flags to fly at half-staff in observance of Memorial Day
Flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon on May 25 at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and the Hawaiʻi National Guard.
